In the first book “Kurly Kitt meets Katy” the soon to be best friends find each other and the fun begins. Before Katy arrives Kurly Kitt wonders about being different from his brother and sisters. He feels worried when they get adopted first and he’s left alone. Mama Cat reassures him that his person is on their way and Mama is right! Kurly Kitt is soon off to his new home with Katy.
A full coloring book created from the artwork is included in the back half of the book!
*Gentle lessons about feeling different, being yourself, having patience and developing self esteem.
The new friends learn about each other and Kurly Kitt learns about his new home in “Kurly Kitt and Katy’s First Day Home”. So much to see and do! Where will they eat? Where will they sleep? Kurly Kitt learns about taking a bath and meets the family dog, Muttley. After feeling a little homesick at bedtime Kurly Kitt figures out what to do and he and Katy drift off to sleep dreaming of wonderful days to come.
A full coloring book created from the artwork is included in the back half of the book!
*Gentle learning about being brave, trying new things and having fun doing it.
The fun continues in “Kurly Kitt and Katy Plant a Garden”. They plan and gather tools, then dig and plant the garden, with Muttley’s help. After all their hard work they watch their garden grow and end up with a bounty of green beans for dinner…with extra butter!
A full coloring book created from the artwork is included in the back half of the book!
*Simple examples of planning a project, how working together is fun and the rewards that come from it.
Next it’s pet day at school in ”Kurly Kitt and Katy go to School”. Our two friends take special care getting ready for the big day. Kurly Kitt is a little nervous to meet everyone at school but once they arrive he sees many different pets and they’re all friendly! The biggest surprise of the day is learning how to turn bullies into friends and Kurly does it well!
A full coloring book created from the artwork is included in the back half of the book!
*Learning about exciting new situations, feeling worried and nervous is normal and trying one way to make problem friends better friends.
In “Kurly Kitt and Katy go Camping” Muttley once again joins the best friends and they have a grand day packing and planning for a night of camping in the big backyard. They work together to pack food, put up their tent and then spend the day having fun! As night falls Katy tells stories, they share cookies and even see a shooting star!
A full coloring book created from the artwork is included in the back half of the book!
*Learning to work together, planning, taking time to have fun and sharing new things.
Finally in “Kurly Kitt and Katy Visit Mama Cat” Kurly Kitt is excited to return to his first home with his little girl. He’s very excited to visit his Mama. Once there Mama Cat has a big surprise for them and it’s a good one! When it’s time to go, Kurly Kitt feels a little sad but a cuddle and a laugh with Katy makes him feel better.
A full coloring book created from the artwork is included in the back half of the book!
*The joys of family, family relationships, feelings of missing those we love and family and friend bonds.
A beautiful 8 by 11 inch hardcover edition, a collection of all six books in the Kurly Kitt and Katy series. A special gift for the young reader to cherish. Full color. 161 pages.